Communications Officer EFInA - Nigeria

Communications Officer

EFInA - Nigeria

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Job description

The Communications Officer will assist the Head of Knowledge and Evidence to develop and implement effective communications strategies to support EFInA’s financial inclusion objectives, and position EFInA as the leading financial sector development organisation committed to deepening financial inclusion in Nigeria.

By strategically disseminating EFInA’s research findings and other relevant information, the Communications Officer will contribute to increased understanding of financial inclusion in Nigeria. He/she will help to increase awareness of EFInA as a credible and leading source for information about financial services in Nigeria, and drive increased use and citation of EFInA’s research, especially for policy development and product innovation. The Communications Officer will work to strengthen EFInA’s brand in the Nigerian and international space, increase awareness of EFInA as the premier champion of financial inclusion in Nigeria and reinforce EFInA’s reputation as an “honest broker.” 

This role is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Develop and implement communications strategies to support EFInA’s strategic objectives

·        Develop and implement EFInA’s social media strategy

·        Regularly update and improve the EFInA website

·        Provide communications support for all EFInA events

·        Develop presentation packs, reports, newsletters, fact sheets, brochures and other communications collateral

·        Conduct PR and media relations activities, including liaising with PR agencies and journalists and arranging press conferences, media briefings and workshops on financial inclusion

·        Develop and maintain relationships with media and other key stakeholders

·        Monitor EFInA’s media presence and measure and report on the effectiveness of EFInA’s communications

·        Edit and conduct quality control for all EFInA publications

·        Develop EFInA’s internal communications

HOW TO APPLY

For a full role description and required qualifications and experience, please visit www.efina.org.ng/careers

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to efina@creativemetier.com by 31 May 2014, ensuring that you state which role you are applying for and where you saw this advertisement.

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful applicant will be an experienced communications professional with the desire and ability to quickly learn about financial inclusion in Nigeria. He/she will be able to leverage strong communications skills to increase the effectiveness of EFInA’s external communications and position EFInA as a key advocate of financial inclusion.

This role demands an individual who is results driven and committed to high standards of performance. Highly adaptable, creative, and accustomed to delivering results in a dynamic and fluid working environment, the Communications Officer will make tangible contributions to EFInA as soon as he/she joins the organisation. 

Essential:

·        Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, social sciences, or related field from a reputable institution

·        A minimum of five years’ experience in communication and information management, journalism/publishing, editorial, marketing and/or PR, preferably in a corporate environment

·        Impeccable mastery of the English language (reading and summarising, creative writing, formulation, interpretation)

·        Good knowledge of media tools and basic research concepts

·        Proven ability to skilfully develop and manage relationships with a diverse audience

·        Demonstrable experience dealing with the media (newspapers, radio and TV)

·        Commitment to the financial inclusion agenda

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About this company

Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) is a leading financial sector development organisation working to promote financial inclusion in Nigeria. Established in late 2007, EFInA’s vision is to be the leader in facilitating an all-inclusive and growth-promoting financial system. EFInA is funded by the UK Government’s Department for International Development (DFID) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

EFInA is seeking to recruit dynamic, strategic, and committed individuals to newly defined roles to build on its current achievements and accelerate the impact of financial inclusion in Nigeria. EFInA is a rapidly growing organisation with considerable influence in the financial sector. Employment with EFInA offers an exceptional and challenging opportunity for the right candidate.